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A. Personality.
B. Hierarchy.
C. Reporting relationships.
D. Background.
E. Management style.
4. The structure that manages projects within the existing organizational structure is
__________ organization.
A. Functional
B. Balanced matrix
C. Weak matrix
D. Strong matrix
E. Projectized
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5. Bill is working on a project involving the upgrading of a management information
system. The project is being managed by the information systems department with
the coordination of other departments occurring through normal channels. He is
working in a _________ organization.
A. Functional
B. Balanced matrix
C. Weak matrix
D. Strong matrix
E. Projectized
A. It is expensive
B. Longer project duration
C. Poor integration
D. High complexity
E. Lack of focus on the project
9. A project team that operates with a full-time project manager as a separate unit from
the rest of the organization is structured using ________ organization.
A. Functional
B. Balanced matrix
C. Weak matrix
D. Strong matrix
E. Projectized
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10. Which of the following combinations represents the extremes of project organization?
11. MegaComputers Inc., has assigned a project manager for each of the five new-product
teams. The managers, as well as the project team members, work on the projects on
a full-time basis. The structure being used is ________ organization.
A. Functional
B. Balanced matrix
C. Weak matrix
D. Strong matrix
E. Projectized
12. All of the following are organizational considerations when determining the right
project management structure EXCEPT
13. Elizabeth is considering how to structure a project team that will not directly disrupt
ongoing operations. The project needs to be done quickly and a high level of
motivation will be needed in order to do that. For this situation, the ______
organization would be the best choice.
A. Functional
B. Balanced matrix
C. Weak matrix
D. Strong matrix
E. Projectized
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14. At the project level, which of the following is a factor that should influence the choice
of project management structure?
15. Which are the three diferent matrix systems discussed in the text?
A. Functional
B. Matrix
C. Project
D. Balanced
E. Neutral
17. Which of the following is NOT true regarding organizing projects within a matrix
arrangement?
A. Its flexibility supports a strong project focus that helps alleviate stress among
project team members
B. It is designed to optimally utilize resources by having individuals work on multiple
projects as well as being capable of performing normal functional duties
C. There are usually two chains of command
D. Provides a dual focus between functional/technical expertise and project
requirements that is missing in either the project team or the functional approach
E. It is a hybrid form of organization that combines characteristics of both dedicated
project teams and functional organization
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18. In which of the following is the balance of authority strongly in favor of the functional
managers?
A. Weak matrix
B. Balanced matrix
C. Strong matrix
D. Matrix
E. Neutral matrix
19. All of the following are functions culture plays in an organization EXCEPT
21. Which organization's culture is NOT a culture a project manager has to be able to
operate in or interact with?
22. Which structure would be most appropriate for developing a new, highly innovative
product that has strict time constraints?
A. Functional organization
B. Balanced matrix
C. Dedicated project team
D. Strong matrix
E. Weak matrix
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23. From the list below, which is NOT a primary characteristic of organizational culture?
A. Control
B. Team emphasis
C. Profitability
D. Conflict tolerance
E. Risk tolerance
24. Factors in identifying cultural characteristics include all the following EXCEPT
A. Norms.
B. Customs.
C. Values.
D. Attitude.
E. All of these are factors in identifying cultural characteristics.
25. Who is responsible for determining how tasks will be done in a weak matrix project
management structure?
26. Which of the following cultural characteristics relates to the degree to which
employees identify with the organization as a whole rather than with their type of job
or field of professional expertise?
A. Member identity
B. Team emphasis
C. Managerial focus
D. Unit integration
E. Control
27. Which of the following cultural characteristics relates to the degree to which work
activities are organized around groups rather than individuals?
A. Member identity
B. Team emphasis
C. Managerial focus
D. Unit integration
E. Control
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28. Which of the following cultural characteristic relates to the degree to which rules,
policies, and direct supervision are used to oversee and control employee behavior?
A. Member identity
B. Team Emphasis
C. Managerial focus
D. Unit integration
E. Control
29. Which of the following cultural characteristics relates to the degree to which groups
within the organization are encouraged to operate in a coordinated or independent
manner?
A. Member identity
B. Team emphasis
C. Managerial focus
D. Unit integration
E. Control
30. Which of the following cultural characteristics relates to the degree to which
management focuses on outcomes rather than on techniques and processes used to
achieve those outcomes?
A. Risk tolerance
B. Reward criteria
C. Conflict tolerance
D. Means versus end orientation
E. Open-systems focus
________________________________________
32. The approach to project management that uses the existing hierarchy of the
organization to manage projects is ___________ organization.
________________________________________
33. No radical alteration in the design or operation of the parent organization is a major
advantage of __________ organization.
________________________________________
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34. Two of the major disadvantages of the ________ organizational approach are that
projects may lack focus and it can take longer to complete projects.
________________________________________
35. Firms where projects are the dominant form of business and the entire organization is
designed to support project teams are usually structured as a(n) _________
organization.
________________________________________
36. A high level of motivation and the tendency for projects to get done more quickly are
benefits of using the ________ organizational approach to project management.
________________________________________
37. High project costs and difficult post-project transition are two evident weaknesses of
a(n) __________ organization.
________________________________________
38. In a(n) ________ system, there are usually two chains of command, one along
functional lines and the other along project lines.
________________________________________
39. The ________ structure is designed to optimally utilize resources by having individuals
work on multiple projects as well as being capable of performing normal functional
duties.
________________________________________
40. A matrix in which the balance of authority is strongly on the side of the project
manager is described as __________.
________________________________________
41. A matrix in which the balance of authority is strongly on the side of the functional
manager is described as _________.
________________________________________
42. High levels of stress and dysfunctional conflict are disadvantages of a(n) _________
organization.
________________________________________
43. The ________ matrix form of project organization is likely to enhance project
integration, diminish internal power struggles, and ultimately improve control of
project activities and costs.
________________________________________
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44. The ________ matrix form of project organization is likely to improve technical quality
as well as provide a better system for managing conflict across projects because the
functional manager assigns personnel to diferent projects.
________________________________________
45. The ________ matrix form of project organization can achieve better equilibrium
between technical and project requirements, but it is a very delicate system to create
and manage.
________________________________________
46. ________ project teams should be used for urgent projects in which the nature of the
work requires people working steadily from beginning to end.
________________________________________
47. Conflict tolerance, risk tolerance, reward criteria and unit integration are all examples
of cultural __________.
________________________________________
48. Research suggests that there is a strong connection between project management
structure, organizational ________, and project success.
________________________________________
49. Organization ________ refers to a system of shared norms, beliefs, values, and
assumptions which bind people together, thereby creating shared meanings.
________________________________________
50. The more autonomy and authority the project manager and project team need to be
successful, the more appropriate a dedicated project team or a(n) ________ matrix
structure is to manage the project.
________________________________________
51. When most of the project work can be done within a specified department and any
coordination with other departments can be done easily through normal management
channels, ___________ organization is most appropriate.
________________________________________
52. The cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which rewards such as
promotion and salary increases are allocated according to employee performance
rather than seniority, favoritism, or other nonperformance factors is known as
_____________.
________________________________________
53. The cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which employees are
encouraged to air conflicts and criticisms openly is known as ___________.
________________________________________
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54. The cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which the organization
monitors and responds to changes in the external environment is known as
___________.
________________________________________
55. The cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which employees are
encouraged to be aggressive, innovative, and risk seeking is known as _____________.
________________________________________
True False
57. There are often considerable diferences in how projects are managed within certain
firms, even when similar project management structures are being used.
True False
58. The projectized form of project management structure is commonly used when one
functional area plays a dominant role in completing the project or has a dominant
interest in the success of the project.
True False
59. The matrix form of project management structure is a good choice when resource
usage needs to be optimized by having individuals work on multiple projects while still
performing functional duties.
True False
60. A disadvantage of using the functional form of project management structure is that
projects generally take longer to complete.
True False
61. The functional project team is usually physically separated from the parent
organization and given the primary directive of accomplishing the objectives of the
project.
True False
62. In the projectized form of project management structure, there is limited technological
expertise when compared to the functional or matrix organization.
True False
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63. The projectized form of project management structure is a good choice when speed of
completion is important and the project needs to be implemented without directly
disrupting ongoing operations.
True False
64. One of the major disadvantages of the projectized form of project management
structure is that it tends to be more expensive than other forms of organization.
True False
65. One advantage of a matrix project management structure is that it is fast and easy to
implement.
True False
True False
67. When three forms of the matrix project management structure are considered, all
share the same advantages and disadvantages and at an equal level.
True False
True False
69. Generally, the more autonomy and authority the project manager and the project
team need to be successful, the more appropriate to implement either a dedicated
project team or a strong project management structure.
True False
70. As discussed in the text, the three forms of matrix project management are weak,
mixed, and strong.
True False
71. Within a matrix project management structure, the extent to which the project
manager has direct authority over project participants depends on whether the matrix
is weak, balanced, or strong.
True False
72. In a balanced matrix form of project management, the project manager is responsible
for defining what needs to be accomplished while the functional managers are
concerned with how it will be accomplished.
True False
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73. The matrix form of project management is notable for the tension it creates between
functional managers and project managers who both bring critical expertise and
perspectives to the project.
True False
74. Member identity refers to the degree to which work activities are organized around
groups rather than individuals.
True False
75. Control is the cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which management
decisions take into account the efect of outcomes on people within the organization.
True False
76. Organizational culture refers to a system of shared norms, beliefs, values, and
assumptions which bind people together.
True False
77. Unit integration is the cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which units
within the organization are encouraged to operate in a coordinated or independent
manner.
True False
78. There are strong connections among project management structure, organizational
culture, and project success.
True False
True False
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80. There are often considerable diferences in how projects are managed within certain
firms, even if the same project management structure is being used. Explain.
81. What is more important for project success, the formal project management structure
or the culture of the parent organization?
82. Identify and briefly describe at least two advantages and two disadvantages of
organizing projects within the functional organization.
83. Identify and briefly describe at least two advantages and two disadvantages of
organizing project teams as dedicated project teams.
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84. Identify and briefly describe at least two advantages and two disadvantages of
organizing project teams using the matrix management approach.
85. Identify and briefly describe the three forms of organizing projects using the matrix
management approach.
86. Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantage of a weak project
management structure and a strong project management structure.
87. Identify and briefly describe three of the 10 primary characteristics of organization
culture.
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88. Culture performs several important functions in organizations. Clarifying and
reinforcing standards of behavior is one of these. Explain and provide an example.
89. Describe the diference between a "strong" or "thick" culture and a "thin" or "weak"
culture.
90. Briefly describe two ways to diagnose the culture of an organization and give an
example of each.
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Chapter 03 Organization: Structure and Culture Answer Key
A. Personality.
B. Hierarchy.
C. Reporting relationships.
D. Background.
E. Management style.
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3. All of the following are disadvantages of organizing projects within a matrix
arrangement EXCEPT
4. The structure that manages projects within the existing organizational structure is
__________ organization.
A. Functional
B. Balanced matrix
C. Weak matrix
D. Strong matrix
E. Projectized
One approach to organizing projects is to simply manage them within the existing
functional hierarchy of the organization. Once management decides to implement a
project, the diferent segments of the project are delegated to the respective
functional units with each unit responsible for completing its segment of the
project.
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5. Bill is working on a project involving the upgrading of a management information
system. The project is being managed by the information systems department with
the coordination of other departments occurring through normal channels. He is
working in a _________ organization.
A. Functional
B. Balanced matrix
C. Weak matrix
D. Strong matrix
E. Projectized
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7. Which of the following is a disadvantage of functional project management
organization?
A. It is expensive
B. Longer project duration
C. Poor integration
D. High complexity
E. Lack of focus on the project
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9. A project team that operates with a full-time project manager as a separate unit
from the rest of the organization is structured using ________ organization.
A. Functional
B. Balanced matrix
C. Weak matrix
D. Strong matrix
E. Projectized
Instead of one or two special projects, the organization consists of sets of quasi-
independent teams working on specific projects. The main responsibility of
traditional functional departments is to assist and support these project teams. This
type of organization is referred to in the literature as a Projectized Organization.
The functional organization is also commonly used when, given the nature of the
project, one functional area plays a dominant role in completing the project or has
a dominant interest in the success of the project. At the other end of the structural
spectrum is the creation of dedicated project teams. These teams operate as
separate units from the rest of the parent organization.
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11. MegaComputers Inc., has assigned a project manager for each of the five new-
product teams. The managers, as well as the project team members, work on the
projects on a full-time basis. The structure being used is ________ organization.
A. Functional
B. Balanced matrix
C. Weak matrix
D. Strong matrix
E. Projectized
Instead of one or two special projects, the organization consists of sets of quasi-
independent teams working on specific projects.
12. All of the following are organizational considerations when determining the right
project management structure EXCEPT
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13. Elizabeth is considering how to structure a project team that will not directly disrupt
ongoing operations. The project needs to be done quickly and a high level of
motivation will be needed in order to do that. For this situation, the ______
organization would be the best choice.
A. Functional
B. Balanced matrix
C. Weak matrix
D. Strong matrix
E. Projectized
In many cases, the project team approach is the optimum approach for completing
a project when you view it solely from the standpoint of what is best for completing
the project.
14. At the project level, which of the following is a factor that should influence the
choice of project management structure?
At the project level, seven factors should influence the choice of project
management structure. They are the size of the project, the strategic importance,
the novelty and need for innovation, the need for integration, the environmental
complexity or the number of external interfaces, budget and time constraints, and
the stability of resource requirements.
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15. Which are the three diferent matrix systems discussed in the text?
In practice there are really diferent kinds of systems, depending on the relative
authority of the project and functional managers. The text discusses the weak
matrix, the balanced matrix and the strong matrix.
A. Functional
B. Matrix
C. Project
D. Balanced
E. Neutral
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17. Which of the following is NOT true regarding organizing projects within a matrix
arrangement?
A. Its flexibility supports a strong project focus that helps alleviate stress among
project team members
B. It is designed to optimally utilize resources by having individuals work on
multiple projects as well as being capable of performing normal functional duties
C. There are usually two chains of command
D. Provides a dual focus between functional/technical expertise and project
requirements that is missing in either the project team or the functional
approach
E. It is a hybrid form of organization that combines characteristics of both
dedicated project teams and functional organization
18. In which of the following is the balance of authority strongly in favor of the
functional managers?
A. Weak matrix
B. Balanced matrix
C. Strong matrix
D. Matrix
E. Neutral matrix
In a weak matrix, the functional managers call most of the shots and decide who
does what and when the work is completed.
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19. All of the following are functions culture plays in an organization EXCEPT
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21. Which organization's culture is NOT a culture a project manager has to be able to
operate in or interact with?
22. Which structure would be most appropriate for developing a new, highly innovative
product that has strict time constraints?
A. Functional organization
B. Balanced matrix
C. Dedicated project team
D. Strong matrix
E. Weak matrix
A dedicated project team is separate from the rest of the parent organization and
appropriate when the project is highly innovative and when there are budget and
time constraints.
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23. From the list below, which is NOT a primary characteristic of organizational
culture?
A. Control
B. Team emphasis
C. Profitability
D. Conflict tolerance
E. Risk tolerance
24. Factors in identifying cultural characteristics include all the following EXCEPT
A. Norms.
B. Customs.
C. Values.
D. Attitude.
E. All of these are factors in identifying cultural characteristics.
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25. Who is responsible for determining how tasks will be done in a weak matrix project
management structure?
26. Which of the following cultural characteristics relates to the degree to which
employees identify with the organization as a whole rather than with their type of
job or field of professional expertise?
A. Member identity
B. Team emphasis
C. Managerial focus
D. Unit integration
E. Control
Member identity is the degree to which employees identify with the organization as
a whole rather than with their type of job or field of professional expertise.
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27. Which of the following cultural characteristics relates to the degree to which work
activities are organized around groups rather than individuals?
A. Member identity
B. Team emphasis
C. Managerial focus
D. Unit integration
E. Control
Team emphasis is the degree to which work activities are organized around groups
rather than individuals.
28. Which of the following cultural characteristic relates to the degree to which rules,
policies, and direct supervision are used to oversee and control employee
behavior?
A. Member identity
B. Team Emphasis
C. Managerial focus
D. Unit integration
E. Control
Control is the cultural characteristic that relates to the degree to which rules,
policies, and direct supervision are used to oversee and control employee behavior.
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29. Which of the following cultural characteristics relates to the degree to which groups
within the organization are encouraged to operate in a coordinated or independent
manner?
A. Member identity
B. Team emphasis
C. Managerial focus
D. Unit integration
E. Control
Unit integration is the degree to which units within the organization are encouraged
to operate in a coordinated or independent manner.
30. Which of the following cultural characteristics relates to the degree to which
management focuses on outcomes rather than on techniques and processes used
to achieve those outcomes?
A. Risk tolerance
B. Reward criteria
C. Conflict tolerance
D. Means versus end orientation
E. Open-systems focus
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31. The personality of an organization is a simple explanation of ___________.
organizational culture
32. The approach to project management that uses the existing hierarchy of the
organization to manage projects is ___________ organization.
functional
One approach to organizing projects is to simply manage them within the existing
functional hierarchy of the organization. Once management decides to implement a
project, the diferent segments of the project are delegated to the respective
functional units with each unit responsible for completing its segment of the
project.
33. No radical alteration in the design or operation of the parent organization is a major
advantage of __________ organization.
functional
34. Two of the major disadvantages of the ________ organizational approach are that
projects may lack focus and it can take longer to complete projects.
functional
These disadvantages are particularly pronounced when the scope of the project is
broad and one functional department does not take the dominant technological and
managerial lead on the project.
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Blooms: Understand
Learning Objective: Project Management Structure
Level of Difficulty: 2 Medium
35. Firms where projects are the dominant form of business and the entire organization
is designed to support project teams are usually structured as a(n) _________
organization.
projectized
Instead of one or two special projects, the organization consists of sets of quasi-
independent teams working on specific projects. This type of organization is
referred to in the literature as a projectized organization.
36. A high level of motivation and the tendency for projects to get done more quickly
are benefits of using the ________ organizational approach to project management.
projectized
A high level of motivation and cohesiveness often emerges within the project team.
Participants share a common goal and personal responsibility toward the project
and the team.
37. High project costs and difficult post-project transition are two evident weaknesses
of a(n) __________ organization.
projectized
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38. In a(n) ________ system, there are usually two chains of command, one along
functional lines and the other along project lines.
matrix
matrix
40. A matrix in which the balance of authority is strongly on the side of the project
manager is described as __________.
strong
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41. A matrix in which the balance of authority is strongly on the side of the functional
manager is described as _________.
weak
This form is very similar to functional organization with the exception that there is a
formally designated project manager responsible for coordinating project activities.
Functional managers call most of the shots and decide who does what and when
the work is completed.
42. High levels of stress and dysfunctional conflict are disadvantages of a(n) _________
organization.
matrix
43. The ________ matrix form of project organization is likely to enhance project
integration, diminish internal power struggles, and ultimately improve control of
project activities and costs.
strong
The strong matrix most closely resembles a dedicated project team. The functional
manager is consulted on a need basis. This is likely to enhance project integration,
diminish internal power struggles, and ultimately improve control of project
activities and costs.
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44. The ________ matrix form of project organization is likely to improve technical
quality as well as provide a better system for managing conflict across projects
because the functional manager assigns personnel to diferent projects.
weak
The weak matrix most closely resembles functional organization. The project
manager basically acts as a staf assistant who draws the schedules and checklists,
collects information on status of work, and facilitates project completion. This is
likely to improve technical quality as well as provide a better system for managing
conflict across projects because the functional manager assigns personnel to
diferent projects.
45. The ________ matrix form of project organization can achieve better equilibrium
between technical and project requirements, but it is a very delicate system to
create and manage.
balanced
This is the classic matrix in which the project manager is responsible for defining
what needs to be accomplished while the functional managers are concerned with
how it will be accomplished. More specifically, the project manager establishes the
overall plan for completing the project, integrates the contribution of the diferent
disciplines, sets schedules, and monitors progress.
46. ________ project teams should be used for urgent projects in which the nature of the
work requires people working steadily from beginning to end.
Dedicated
Strong budget and time constraints and high stability of resource requirements
imply more autonomy and authority that the project manager and the project team
need to be successful. This translates into using a dedicated project team.
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47. Conflict tolerance, risk tolerance, reward criteria and unit integration are all
examples of cultural __________.
characteristics
Research suggests that there are 10 primary characteristics which capture the
essence of an organization's culture. These include conflict tolerance, risk
tolerance, reward criteria and unit integration.
48. Research suggests that there is a strong connection between project management
structure, organizational ________, and project success.
culture
49. Organization ________ refers to a system of shared norms, beliefs, values, and
assumptions which bind people together, thereby creating shared meanings.
culture
50. The more autonomy and authority the project manager and project team need to
be successful, the more appropriate a dedicated project team or a(n) ________
matrix structure is to manage the project.
strong
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51. When most of the project work can be done within a specified department and any
coordination with other departments can be done easily through normal
management channels, ___________ organization is most appropriate.
functional
The functional organization is also commonly used when, given the nature of the
project, one functional area plays a dominant role in completing the project or has
a dominant interest in the success of the project.
52. The cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which rewards such as
promotion and salary increases are allocated according to employee performance
rather than seniority, favoritism, or other nonperformance factors is known as
_____________.
reward criteria
Reward criteria reflect the degree to which rewards such as promotion and salary
increases are allocated according to employee performance rather than seniority,
favoritism, or other nonperformance factors.
53. The cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which employees are
encouraged to air conflicts and criticisms openly is known as ___________.
conflict tolerance
Conflict tolerance is the degree to which employees are encouraged to air conflicts
and criticisms openly.
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54. The cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which the organization
monitors and responds to changes in the external environment is known as
___________.
open-systems focus
Open-systems focus is the degree to which the organization monitors and responds
to changes in the external environment.
55. The cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which employees are
encouraged to be aggressive, innovative, and risk seeking is known as
_____________.
risk tolerance
FALSE
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57. There are often considerable diferences in how projects are managed within
certain firms, even when similar project management structures are being used.
TRUE
58. The projectized form of project management structure is commonly used when one
functional area plays a dominant role in completing the project or has a dominant
interest in the success of the project.
FALSE
The functional organization is commonly used when, given the nature of the
project, one functional area plays a dominant role in completing the project or has
a dominant interest in the success of the project.
59. The matrix form of project management structure is a good choice when resource
usage needs to be optimized by having individuals work on multiple projects while
still performing functional duties.
TRUE
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60. A disadvantage of using the functional form of project management structure is
that projects generally take longer to complete.
TRUE
61. The functional project team is usually physically separated from the parent
organization and given the primary directive of accomplishing the objectives of the
project.
FALSE
Dedicated project teams are teams which operate as separate units from the rest
of the parent organization. Usually a full-time project manager is designated to pull
together a core group of specialists who work full time on the project.
TRUE
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63. The projectized form of project management structure is a good choice when speed
of completion is important and the project needs to be implemented without
directly disrupting ongoing operations.
TRUE
Projects tend to get done more quickly when participants devote their full attention
to the project and are not distracted by other obligations and duties.
64. One of the major disadvantages of the projectized form of project management
structure is that it tends to be more expensive than other forms of organization.
TRUE
The projectized form is expensive. Not only have you created a new management
position (project manager), but resources are also assigned on a full-time basis.
This can result in duplication of eforts across projects and a loss of economies of
scale.
65. One advantage of a matrix project management structure is that it is fast and easy
to implement.
FALSE
A matrix structure cannot be installed overnight. Experts argue that it takes 3-5
years for a matrix structure to fully mature.
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66. A matrix project management structure is a hybrid organizational form in which a
horizontal project management structure is "overlaid" on the normal functional
hierarchy.
TRUE
67. When three forms of the matrix project management structure are considered, all
share the same advantages and disadvantages and at an equal level.
FALSE
When the variant forms of the matrix approach are considered, we can see that
advantages and disadvantages are not necessarily true for all three forms. The
strong matrix is likely to enhance project integration, diminish internal power
struggles, and ultimately improve control of project activities and costs. On the
downside, technical quality may sufer because functional areas have less control
over their contributions.
TRUE
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69. Generally, the more autonomy and authority the project manager and the project
team need to be successful, the more appropriate to implement either a dedicated
project team or a strong project management structure.
TRUE
The bigger the project, the more environmentally complex, the tighter the budget
and cost constraint, the more autonomy and authority the project manager and the
project team need to be successful. This translates into using either a dedicated
project team or a strong project matrix structure.
70. As discussed in the text, the three forms of matrix project management are weak,
mixed, and strong.
FALSE
71. Within a matrix project management structure, the extent to which the project
manager has direct authority over project participants depends on whether the
matrix is weak, balanced, or strong.
TRUE
In practice there are diferent kinds of matrix systems, depending on the relative
authority of the project and functional managers.
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72. In a balanced matrix form of project management, the project manager is
responsible for defining what needs to be accomplished while the functional
managers are concerned with how it will be accomplished.
TRUE
The merger of "what and how" requires both parties to work closely together and
jointly approve technical and operational decisions.
73. The matrix form of project management is notable for the tension it creates
between functional managers and project managers who both bring critical
expertise and perspectives to the project.
TRUE
74. Member identity refers to the degree to which work activities are organized around
groups rather than individuals.
FALSE
Team emphasis refers to the degree to which work activities are organized around
groups rather than individuals.
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75. Control is the cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which management
decisions take into account the efect of outcomes on people within the
organization.
FALSE
Management focus refers to the degree to which management decisions take into
account the efect of outcomes on people within the organization.
76. Organizational culture refers to a system of shared norms, beliefs, values, and
assumptions which bind people together.
TRUE
77. Unit integration is the cultural characteristic that refers to the degree to which units
within the organization are encouraged to operate in a coordinated or independent
manner.
TRUE
Unit integration refers to the degree to which units within the organization are
encouraged to operate in a coordinated or independent manner.
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78. There are strong connections among project management structure, organizational
culture, and project success.
TRUE
TRUE
There are subcultures within an organization where difering norms and values
exist. Those working in marketing may have diferent values than those working in
finance.
80. There are often considerable diferences in how projects are managed within
certain firms, even if the same project management structure is being used.
Explain.
AACSB: Analytic
Blooms: Analyze
Learning Objective: Project Management Structure
Level of Difficulty: 2 Medium
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81. What is more important for project success, the formal project management
structure or the culture of the parent organization?
Feedback: The culture of the parent organization is more important than the formal
project management structure. The project management structure should derive
from the culture of the organization. The culture should reveal what types of
projects the organization will do and in turn will be reflected by the project
management structure.
AACSB: Analytic
Blooms: Analyze
Learning Objective: Project Management Structure
Level of Difficulty: 3 Hard
82. Identify and briefly describe at least two advantages and two disadvantages of
organizing projects within the functional organization.
83. Identify and briefly describe at least two advantages and two disadvantages of
organizing project teams as dedicated project teams.
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84. Identify and briefly describe at least two advantages and two disadvantages of
organizing project teams using the matrix management approach.
Feedback: Advantages include high efficiency, strong project focus, easier post-
project transition and flexibility. Disadvantages include dysfunctional conflict,
infighting, high levels of stress, and longer project duration
85. Identify and briefly describe the three forms of organizing projects using the matrix
management approach.
Feedback: (1) Weak matrix; (2) Balanced matrix; (3) Strong matrix.
86. Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantage of a weak project
management structure and a strong project management structure.
AACSB: Analytic
Blooms: Apply
Learning Objective: Project Management Structure
Level of Difficulty: 3 Hard
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87. Identify and briefly describe three of the 10 primary characteristics of organization
culture.
Feedback: Culture defines what is permissible and what inappropriate behavior is.
These standards span a wide range of behavior from dress code and working hours
to challenging the judgment of superiors.
89. Describe the diference between a "strong" or "thick" culture and a "thin" or "weak"
culture.
Feedback: "Strong" or "thick" are adjectives used to denote a culture in which the
organization's core values and customs are widely shared within the entire
organization. Conversely, a "thin" or "weak" culture is one that is not widely shared
or practiced within a firm.
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90. Briefly describe two ways to diagnose the culture of an organization and give an
example of each.
Feedback: (1) Study the physical characteristics of an organization; (2) Read about
the organization; (3) Observe how people interact within the organization; (4)
Interpret stories and folklore surrounding the organization.
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